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afterward
This term functions as a temporal marker to sequence events, indicating that an action occurs subsequent to a previously mentioned point in time. It carries a neutral tone and is frequently used in narrative storytelling or formal reports to establish a clear chronological order of operations.
While often interchangeable with "afterwards," the form without the final "s" is more prevalent in American English. It differs from "after" in that it typically stands alone as an adverb rather than introducing a following clause or noun phrase.
Meanings
Examples
We had a long meeting and went for drinks afterward.
I will finish the report now and check the formatting afterward.
The patient felt dizzy during the procedure but recovered shortly afterward.
We visited the museum and walked through the park afterward.
I wonder if she will regret her decision afterward.
The detective searched the room and found a hidden key afterward.
He apologized for the mistake but did not explain why it happened afterward.